To calculate molarity, the volume should be expressed in which unit?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Litre
Molarity is defined as the number of moles of solute divided by the volume of the final solution measured in litres. Its unit is mol L⁻¹, commonly written as M. Therefore the volume must be converted to litres before calculation. Milligram and kilogram measure mass, while mole measures amount of substance, so option A is the only suitable volume unit.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Litre
Why is this the correct answer?
Molarity is defined as the number of moles of solute divided by the volume of the final solution measured in litres. Its unit is mol L⁻¹, commonly written as M. Therefore the volume must be converted to litres before calculation. Milligram and kilogram measure mass, while mole measures amount of substance, so option A is the only suitable volume unit.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Chemistry question. Chapter: Chapter 01: Solutions.
